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‘It’s gonna be a long flight for you’: woman refuses to swap seats for a couple on Jetstar flight, and they don’t take it well

The woman claims that she had to ask Jetstar flight attendants to intervene after the woman started taking photos of her.

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Teen to stand trial over attempted plane hijacking

A teenager accused of carrying a gun onto a packed commercial flight will face a Supreme Court jury after being committed to stand trial.

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Australian man arrested in Thailand after 17-year-old’s body found in suitcase

The 45-year-old was stopped at about 9.30pm on Friday while preparing to board a Jetstar flight to Perth, according to police and local media

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Time’s running out to book Virgin flight credits before June 30. What are your refund rights?

Virgin Australia customers with around A$90 million in unused flight credits from COVID cancellations between April 2020 and July 2022 have just one week left to spend those credits – or lose the money.

The Conversation

FED:Highly anticipated airport gets opening date confirmed

A long-awaited international airport finally has a firm opening date with hopes it will give customers more choice when they need to catch a flight.

AAP

'Transformative' airport to open with meagre schedule

An international airport will open with less than two dozen domestic flights a week, but it's hoped it can give passengers better travel options.

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VIC:Teen may be first child to face trial on terror charge

A teen accused of carrying weapons onto a Jetstar plane before attempting a hijacking may become the first child to face trial accused of planning terrorism.

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Teen may be first child to face trial on terror charge

A teen accused of carrying weapons onto a Jetstar plane before attempting a hijacking may become the first child to face trial accused of planning terrorism.

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Why ‘Looksmaxxing’ streamer Androgenic got kicked off a Jetstar flight despite claiming medical clearance?

Ronan Androgenic, a Brisbane-based “looksmaxxing” streamer, was removed from a Jetstar flight after staff said he appeared too unwell to travel following facial surgery in Thailand. Androgenic argued he was simply tired and had medical clearance. Jetstar later said crew members can refuse boarding if they believe a passenger is…

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Boy's alleged plane hijack plan 'politically motivated'

A teen accused of carrying a gun onto a plane is planning to mount a mental impairment defence as prosecutors try to have the case heard in the Supreme Court.

AAP

WATCH: Qantas passenger banned after biting flight attendant on Melbourne–US flight diverted to Tahiti; here’s what happened next

A passenger allegedly bit a crew member on a Qantas flight from Melbourne to Dallas. The aircraft diverted to Tahiti where the passenger was arrested. He has now been banned from all Qantas Group flights. Fellow passengers assisted the crew. The incident occurred during the flight's long journey. The plane…

The Economic Times

Qantas passenger banned after allegedly biting flight attendant mid-air

A Qantas flight from Melbourne to Dallas was forced to divert to Tahiti after a passenger allegedly bit a flight attendant mid-air. The disruptive passenger has been banned for life from all Qantas and Jetstar services. This incident follows a recent string of unruly behaviour on Australian flights, including another…

The Times of India

Qantas route cuts will hit hard for regional travellers

Australians in regional areas will bear the brunt of increased airfares and reduced services as Qantas cuts routes in response to increasing fuel prices.

AAP

Fuel shortages, price hikes drive rethink on ethanol

Innovative fuel-saving ideas are being tossed up to tackle Australia's shortages as the Iran war throws global oil trade into chaos and prices soar.

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Qantas unveils major changes to frequent flyer program and a bumper $1.46bn profit

Airline to allow members to roll over status credits, which unlock lounge access, priority boarding and baggage allowances

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Greens urge Labor to stop treating children detained in Syria camp like ‘disposable political pawns’ – as it happened

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Jetstar's Accessibility Initiatives: Apologies Turn Into Action

In recent years, Jetstar Airways has come under scrutiny for its handling of accessibility issues, particularly concerning policies that affect passengers with disabilities. While acknowledging missteps, the airline has demonstrated a strong commitment to transforming apologies into tangible actions to enhance the travel experience for all passengers. This article explores…

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Jetstar's Proactive Approach to Customer Service: Acknowledging Mistakes and Enhancing Experience

In response to recent discussions surrounding Jetstar's handling of a name change request for a support worker of an individual with a disability, it's important to note the steps Jetstar is taking towards improving customer service and accessibility. While the situation faced by Rohan Eastley highlighted challenges in their existing…

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Space weather a growing risk for air traffic

Space weather is increasingly impacting aircraft electronics, and that means the recent grounding of dozens of flights may not be a one-off, researchers warn.

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Simon Calder’s best and worst flights of the year

Plane Talk: Spoiler alert – the bad flights were the trio that were cancelled

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Ex Jetstar Pilot Greg Lynn’s Murder Conviction Set Aside As Court Orders New Trial

Former Jetstar pilot Greg Lynn will face a fresh trial after Victoria’s Court of Appeal set aside his murder conviction.

The Guardian - AU

Greg Lynn appeal: high country murder conviction overturned

Former Jetstar pilot will face a new trial after his conviction over the 2020 killing of camper Carol Clay was overturned

AAP

The big change coming for charging devices on planes

Bans on using portable chargers on planes are about to be rolled out across Australia as the major airlines respond to a spate of on-board fires.

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